Fed up with waiting around for a public EV charger? Join the army of homeowners in Huddersfield opting for home EV charge installation for a more relaxed charging experience, from the comfort of their own home.
If you own an electric vehicle, you already know how frustrating it can be trying to find a public EV charge point. JP Electrical can carry out your EV charger installation at your home in Huddersfield and the whole process isn’t as daunting as you think. Our expert team of qualified electricians are on hand so that you can safely charge your vehicle overnight, ready for your busy day in the morning.
Back to top1) Is my home suitable for an EV charger installation?
Most homes in Huddersfield are suitable for EV charger installations, as long as you are the property owner or you have written permission from the landlord.
Ideally you also need off road parking such as a driveway or garage as this would be the most convenient place to charge your car overnight.
A good power supply will be needed to ensure it can handle the increase in power load while charging your vehicle. WiFi internet connection also needs to be strong as many EV charger controls can be accessed by using apps on smart phones.
Back to top2) How long does it take to install an EV charger?
JP Electrical have installed a number of home EV chargers in Huddersfield so we know exactly what we’re doing and can come up with solutions for any last minute hurdles we might face. It takes us a few hours to install an EV charger.
Back to top3) Which EV charger do I need for my vehicle?
Most EV manufactured in the EU come with a Type 2 charger as was mandated in 2014.
We try to advise our customers on all the options when having an EV charger installed, another factor we discuss with our customers is whether you want a tethered or untethered charge point.
A tethered charger is similar to a petrol or diesel pump as there is a permanent charging cable attached to the charger on your property. This means you can start charging immediately and it is less likely to be damaged, lost or stolen.
With an untethered charging cable, it can be an inconvenience trying to locate your charging cable everytime you want to charge your vehicle, but you can take the cable with you.
Back to top4) How quickly will an EV charger charge my vehicle?
The speed at which you can charge your vehicle will obviously depend on the engine size of your vehicle. Most homes in Huddersfield can charge an average EV with a 60kWh battery in around 8 hours using up to 7.4kW. This works out perfectly for overnight charging while you sleep.
What happens during EV charger installation?
We just need to confirm the location of where your charge point will be installed is the most ideal, we even recommend a number of EV charger manufacturers for you as there are quite a few on the market.
On the day of installation, it should only take our team a few hours to install your EV charger.
Back to top5) Benefits of an EV Charger at home
- You can save more money by scheduling an off peak time to charge your vehicle.
- Smart technology paired with the use of apps for charging your vehicle on your smartphone make your EV charging process so much more convenient.
- More people are concerned about greenhouse emissions, that's one of the reasons there are more EV’s on the road today. By having a home EV charger installed, not only are your future proofing your home but also making it more appealing to like-minded future buyers if you decide to move or sell your property.
6) EV Charger Installer Huddersfield
JP Electrical are qualified, NICEIC approved electricians, we follow all up to date regulations and guidance set by OZEV ( Office of Zero Emission Vehicles) and are proud of the increasing EV charge points we are installing in and around Huddersfield.
If you’re ready to have an EV charger installed, give us a call today.
